VfL Wolfsburg secured a 1-0 victory against Union Berlin on Saturday, effectively halting Union’s celebratory momentum after their DFB Cup semi-final qualification earlier in the week.The match, however, was marked by the vocal reception given to Wolfsburg’s Max Kruse, who had recently transferred from Union Berlin.
Kruse Faces Hostile Reception from Former Fans
Kruse’s return to Berlin was met with a barrage of jeers and whistles from the Union faithful. The animosity began even before kickoff,with the Union block erupting in boos as Kruse appeared on the stadium screen disembarking from the team bus. The hostility intensified during his warm-up and continued throughout the match, with every touch of the ball and mention of his name drawing a chorus of disapproval.
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Despite the relentless taunts, Kruse remained unfazed. In a display of remarkable composure, he even joined in with the chants directed at him during the post-match lap of honor. This nonchalant response further fueled the debate surrounding his departure from Union Berlin.
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Kruse’s transfer to Wolfsburg in January was a critically important blow to Union Berlin. Not only did they lose a fan favorite, but they also parted ways with their most prolific Bundesliga goalscorer. Kruse’s 16 goals in 38 Bundesliga appearances for Union cemented his place in the club’s history.
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